Welcome to this semi-custom built Colonial with everything today’s buyers desire! Set back 300 feet from the road you’ll find peace and quiet yet you are so close to everything! This 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home on just over 1 acre with 2 car attached garage is located across the street from Tyler Arboretum! The paver walkway leads you to the wonderful wrap around porch where you can enjoy a morning coffee. Walk into the Foyer with hardwood flooring and feel right at home. The formal Living Room with an abundance of windows lets you enjoy a private view of the woods. The spacious formal Dining Room has hardwood flooring, bay window and French Doors that lead to the wrap around porch – a perfect place to gather for the holidays! Move into the Eat in Kitchen with tile flooring, an abundance of cabinets and countertops, moveable island, eating area and exit to the Deck. The Kitchen opens to the Family Room with cathedral ceilings, gas fireplace and French doors leading to the Deck. A convenient powder room, mud room area with access to the garage and laundry room with access to driveway complete this Level. The Main Bedroom has cathedral ceilings and closets with organizers and has an En Suite Bath complete with whirlpool tub, shower and dual vanity! There are 3 additional Bedrooms (one with access to the walk-up attic) and a full hall Bath. The basement is ready to be finished with heat/ac and is wired for electric/cable/phone! Move outside to your own private oasis with secluded Deck, fire pit, garden and plenty of room for an in-ground Pool if you desire. The setting is truly special with the nature you will encounter – all types of birds, deer and even a fox or two! A few more features to note on this wonderful home: Roof 2021, HVAC 2019, transfer switch for a portable Generator, 10x20 Shed! Perfect blend of privacy yet close to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, major roadways, public transportation and the Airport! Rose Tree Media School District!
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
1.06 acresLot Size
$277Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Nicole Ritchie• BHHS Fox & Roach-Media
•610-566-3000 (broker)
Bought with Paul Schubert• RE/MAX Action Associates
This home is sparkling clean! Nestled perfectly on 1.12 acres in Middletown Township. Located directly across from Tyler Arboretum with access to the White Trail walking path entrance and just down the road from Ridley Creek State Park. This beautiful semi-custom colonial home has been very well cared for by its original owners who filled this home with happy memories. Owners are now downsizing. Unwind as you pull in the driveway. Home sits 300 feet off Barren Road. Paver walkway leads to charming wrap around front porch just waiting for your rocking chairs. Enter the front door to foyer with hard wood floor and large coat closet, Formal living room with extra windows to enjoy the wooded view. Plenty of room for holiday entertaining in the formal dining room with hard wood floor, bay window and French doors to the covered wrap around porch. Kitchen has abundance of counter space, white cabinetry, movable island, pantry, ceramic tile floors and slider to deck. Family room features cathedral ceilings, brick fireplace with gas logs, French doors to deck and transitions nicely into the kitchen. Open floor plan is perfect for year round entertaining. Convenient first floor laundry with utility sink and door to access the driveway. First floor powder room and additional coat closet near the entry door to the 2 car garage. Upstairs large master bedroom with cathedral ceilings, double closet. Master bathroom with whirl pool tub, separate shower, linen closet and double sink vanity. Three additional bedrooms, linen closet and hall bath complete the second floor. The big bonus is the walk up attic, a huge opportunity to be converted into additional living space (5th bedroom or entertainment room) or just an abundance of easy access storage. Basement is not finished but it is freshly painted and used as finished space. Basement is heated and air conditioned and wired for electric, cable and phone. Secluded deck for all your summer outdoor barbeques. Huge yard has plenty of space for a pool or just outdoor fun! Also included is the large 10' by 20' shed. Best of both worlds - fantastic secluded location yet backs up to the Hunting Hills neighborhood. Home has everything on your "want" list. Make an appointment today and you will call it home. Excellent location close to major roads, shopping, restaurants, schools, trails, parks and short drive to train and Media Borough. Convenient to Philadelphia International Airport, Philadelphia Center City and Wilmington.
BRIGHT MLS #1008030052
Jun 22, 2016
Listing Removed
—
May 23, 2016
Listed
$545,000
$209/sq ft
HARMLS #38090651
Jun 16, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Jun 9, 2016
Price Changed
$545,000
$209/sq ft
May 18, 2016
Listed
$565,000
$216/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,163 (+4.8%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2025
$9,699 (+6.4%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2024
$9,113 (+3.6%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2023
$8,792 (+2.6%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2022
$8,566 (−41.3%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2021
$14,587 (+71.4%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2020
$8,511 (+3.3%)
$72,910 + $179,420
$252,330
2019
$8,239 (+1.4%)
$72,910 + $179,420
$252,330
2018
$8,124 (+2.3%)
2017
$7,942 (+3.0%)
2015
$7,713 (+1.4%)
2014
$7,606 (+1.6%)
2013
$7,485 (+2.2%)
2011
$7,326 (+3.1%)
2010
$7,107
Tax history for 230 Barren Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,163 (+4.8%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2025
$9,699 (+6.4%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2024
$9,113 (+3.6%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2023
$8,792 (+2.6%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2022
$8,566 (−41.3%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2021
$14,587 (+71.4%)
$129,230 + $342,140
$471,370
2020
$8,511 (+3.3%)
$72,910 + $179,420
$252,330
2019
$8,239 (+1.4%)
$72,910 + $179,420
$252,330
2018
$8,124 (+2.3%)
2017
$7,942 (+3.0%)
2015
$7,713 (+1.4%)
2014
$7,606 (+1.6%)
2013
$7,485 (+2.2%)
2011
$7,326 (+3.1%)
2010
$7,107
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
224 ft.
Lot depth
260 ft.
Lot size
1.06 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,610
Year built
1991
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
27000012602
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026.
R-1
Residence District
It is the purpose of this district to make provisions for low-density, suburban-type, single-family residential development and to encourage the preservation of open space, green space and natural resources through cluster development in areas planned for or accessible to public sewer and water systems.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Park & open space
Timberland
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage Door Opener
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Private
Driveway, Attached Garage, Other
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On 1st Upper Level: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On 1st Upper Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half) On Main Level: 1
# of Bathrooms (Full) On All Upper Levels: 2
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Interior Information
Door Features: French, Storm
Flooring Type: Wood, Tile/Brick, Carpet
Interior Features: Master Bath(s), Kitchen - Island, Butlers Pantry, Kitchen - Eat-In, Attic, Breakfast Area, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Pantry
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Wall & Ceiling Types: Cathedral Ceilings
Room Information
# of Rooms: 8
Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Family Room, Laundry, Attic, Master Bathroom, Full Bath, Half Bath
Laundry Type: Main Floor
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Brick, Gas/Propane
Basement Information
Basement: Yes
Full, Unfinished, Sump Pump, Drainage System
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Improvement Assessed Value: $342,140
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Year Built Source: Assessor
Building Information
Builder Name: BONAVENTURE BUILDERS
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Main Entrance Orientation: Northwest
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Porch(es)
Roof: Pitched, Shingle
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Bay/Bow
Other Structures: Shed
Lot Information
Lot Features: Front Yard, Rear Yard, SideYard(s)
Lot Size Dimensions: 224.00 x 260.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $129,230
Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,610
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
City/Town Tax: $476
County Tax: $1,414
School Tax: $6,677
Tax Assessed Value: $471,370
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $8,566
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Utilities
Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
200+ Amp Service
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: On Site Septic
Cable TV
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
Elementary School: GLENWOOD
Middle Or Junior School: SPRINGTON LAKE
High School: PENNCREST
School District Name: ROSE TREE MEDIA
Elementary School Source: Listing Agent
Middle School Source: Listing Agent
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Cross Street: PAINTER ROAD
Directions: Route 352 North to Right on Barren Rd follow to 230 on the right hand side and drive down long driveway to the home
Municipality: MIDDLETOWN TWP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,610
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.06 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: —
County: Delaware County
APN: 27000012602
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Glenwood El School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.7mi
10/10
Springton Lake Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
10/10
Penncrest High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$687,000 – $831,000
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